RFP - K-12 Student Transportation

Bethel School District 52 is seeking proposals for comprehensive student transportation services in Lane County, Oregon, with a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on October 21, 2025, and proposals due by November 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST. The procurement covers home-to-school transportation, individualized transportation, and trip services for the district, with an anticipated contract period beginning July 1, 2026, and an initial five-year term. The successful contractor will be responsible for developing and managing bus routes, maintaining a fleet of approximately 17 home-to-school buses (including spares) with specific wheelchair accessibility requirements, and supporting the district's transportation needs. Evaluation criteria will include service quality, performance record, driver training, safety programs, community relations, and overall cost. Proposers must demonstrate financial stability, provide detailed company qualifications, and submit comprehensive supplemental information covering driver personnel, equipment, facilities, and environmental sustainability. The district will require proposers to submit a detailed rate schedule for various bus types and service configurations, with the expectation of managing fixed costs and rate-based fees.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The document indicates that the district will continue to handle special education transportation internally, leaving the selected contractor focused on general transportation services. While no incumbent vendor is specifically identified, the procurement suggests a comprehensive replacement of existing transportation services. The RFP does not provide a specific budget range or award value, but requires proposers to submit detailed cost proposals covering a range of transportation services. The district reserves the right to reject any proposals and will make the final selection based on a holistic review of submitted materials. Proposers will need to demonstrate their capability to provide a modern, safe, and efficient transportation fleet that meets the district's operational requirements and supports the educational mission of Bethel School District 52.